Honoring the Loving Memory of Walter “Wobbie” John Sutton, Sr.
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On October 25th, 2023, our lives were changed forever. Walter John Sutton Sr., lovingly known as “Wobbie”, was called home to be with the Lord.
Walter J. Sutton Sr. was born on September 29, 1966, in Jamaica, NY to Evelyn Sutton Williams and the late Walter Robinson. He departed this life on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, in New York.
Walter was affectionately known to his family and friends as “Wobbie”, “Wobster”, “Robbie”, “Rob”, “Boogie”, and “Fat Finger Louie”. He received his high school diploma from the University of the State of New York. He also received a certificate for a Bible Correspondence Course. Walter worked as an MTA Bus Driver. He ministered at Good Shepherd Mission and at Rahway State Prison. He was a devoted man of God.
His hobbies included handball, bowling, singing, traveling, football, cell phone photographer, historian, and car enthusiast. He leaves to cherish his memories, his four children, Rasheim Sutton, Tamieka Sutton, Calvin D. Sutton and wife, Iqra Sutton, and Walter J. Sutton Jr., his mother, Evelyn Sutton Williams, three grandchildren, Savannah Sutton, Brooke Sutton, Kaamron Patterson, eight siblings, Carlton “Carl” Sutton and wife, Sheilah Sutton, Marilyn Sutton, Sharon Smith and husband, Billy Smith, Racine Bennett and wife, Monica Bennett, Patricia Brunson-Green and husband, Jonas, Kimberly Green and husband, Chad, Ebony Robinson, Lauriel Scarborough and husband, Londell, honorary best friend/brother of 46 years, Curtis Patterson (Khaliyl) and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.
The memorial service was held on Sunday, November 5th, 2023 at J. Foster Phillips Funeral Home in Jamaica, NY. Successively, he was eulogized and laid to rest at the Sutton Family Cemetery on Cooper Hill Road in Windsor, NC on Friday, November 10, 2023.
A Son's Tribute
The act or instance of becoming different, The ability to recover or withstand tough conditions,
For a man to learn patience and be resilient, And to learn from mistakes at different positions,
Always being reliable someone you could call, Unforgettable smile, and a loving picture,
A man always at work, or working in handball, His favorite quotes will always be scripture.
Perhaps you sent a lovely card or sat quietly in a chair. Perhaps you sent a floral spray, if so we saw it there. Perhaps you spoke the kindest words that any friend could say. Perhaps you were not there at all, just prayed for us this day. Whatever you did to console our hearts, we the family of the late Walter John Sutton Sr. thank you so much for every part.
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We love and miss you so much! The way you have impacted our BNS family and the light you were in this world can never be forgotten. We know you’re watching down on us and live on forever in our hearts.
My Brother, 1st bunk mate, Man I will miss you on this earth!!! I say God loans us everyone that is in our lives and it is up to us to enjoy the beauty they bring. I can say I have enjoyed our time, so much that I never imagined it ending! I am PROUD to had the privilege of being your older brother! So many things I will miss that this comment section will not give me enough character space to type! I will always cherish the memories and keep your LEGACY alive!!
Much Love Your Big Bro
I will miss your genuine smile and laughter. Thank you Cuz for the good times. Gone too soon!
I will truly miss the “out of the blue” lengthy phone calls I would at times have with Wobbie when he would call to chat with his cousin Jr. , but got me instead. He was quite the conversationalist and would often have me laughing out loud with his witty comments. He was a kind and caring man who most recently loved to tell me about his beautiful grand daughter, and how proud he was of his children. He was defintiely a fun guy who enjoyed life and family. I will remember him always and hope that all those happy memories of times spent with him will comfort us all. Sending hugs to his children, grand daughter and daughter in law.
The first time I visited New York without my parents, you welcomed my friends and I into your home with open arms and made sure we knew how to navigate the subway, haha. Even though I was with my classmates at the time, I’ve always considered that trip to be one of my first “solo” travel adventures, and you supported me ever since. Whether it was watching my YT vlogs or through random calls or texts, you always encouraged me to keep traveling and seeing the world. We even talked about getting the whole family to go to Africa together. It’s hard to believe that that can’t happened now, and even harder to accept that you’re no longer here.
I know Heaven gained an angel, but selfishly, I wish God had had other plans. I miss you dearly, Uncle Wobbie. I’m gonna keep traveling and take you everywhere with me in my heart. Please watch over us.
Love you always,
Your world traveling niece
Gone miss ur smile cuz u lite up the room “S.I.P”
I am going to miss your wisdom in my dark moments! You have always been a man of class and wisdom. I will always hold close to my heat the days of skully in the rooms. Love you brother. Still speechless and hurt.
You will be truly missed, but your memories will be forever in my heart. Continue to watch over us
Love you